Kill Tony Ralphie May, Brian Moses, Joe DeRosa
Guests: Ralphie May · Brian Moses · Joe DeRosa
Lineup
Set: Joan does material about cat-sitting and a needy cat that acts like her, comparing the cat's clinginess to her own loneliness and dating struggles.
Interview: Tony and Joe DeRosa note her last name similarity, discuss her outfit (pillowcase as a shirt), and her recent trip to Japan where she got an open wound that she attributes to force-feeding porn consumption.
- Cat acts exactly like her when trying to cuddle after dates
- Comparison of cat's clinginess to her loneliness and need for affection
- Panel discusses her open wound from Japan and force-feeding porn preference
Set: Darren jokes about growing up in LA overshadowed by Kobe Bryant, his birthday coinciding with Kobe Day, and losing his tacos to Chris Rock at Venice Beach.
Interview: Panel discusses Darren's background, Ralphie initially believes false story about him being in prison, then reveals he actually works in mandating research. Discussion covers his upbringing in New Orleans/Valley.
- Kobe Bryant overshadows his August 24th birthday as LA makes it Kobe Day
- Chris Rock drops his tacos on Venice Beach court while acting like a groupie
- Ralphie initially believes false story that Darren was in prison, then corrects himself
Set: Eddie does material about being mistaken for Samuel L. Jackson, making jokes about his appearance, sexual prowess with older women, and various one-liners.
Interview: Tony jokes about his appearance and jacket, discusses Eddie's travels and street life, mentions Diane Keaton giving him a gift card, and Eddie reveals he gets laid frequently despite his living situation.
- People think he looks like Samuel L. Jackson but would run if he asked for wallet
- Grandmas like to take it up the butt according to his jokes
- Eddie reveals he sleeps in his car/on streets but gets laid frequently
- Diane Keaton allegedly gave him a $20 gift card while he was panhandling
Set: Dan delivers rapid-fire one-liners including jokes about lesbian weddings, iPhone apps for sex offenders, a Simon & Garfunkel tribute band, Vietnamese prostitutes, and penguin sexuality.
Interview: Tony discusses Dan's TV writing aspirations for shows like John Oliver, Dan explains lack of interest in political writing, and Ralphie and Joe encourage him to pursue late-night writing opportunities.
- Just flew in from lesbian wedding, moms are tired
- Sex offender app won't let you swipe or wink at offenders
- Penguins mate for life; he had regrets after sleeping with multiple penguins
- Ralphie and Joe push Dan to pursue late-night writing despite his hesitation
Set: Matt compares Tinder dating to buying used cars on Craigslist, with bios matching old photos and hidden baggage like daddy jokes and ex-boyfriends. Sixth stand-up show ever.
Interview: Tony notes Matt's nervousness increased as set progressed. Matt reveals he worked as volcano tour guide on Hawaii's Big Island for 8 years before moving to LA for comedy.
- Tinder like buying used car: old photos, scratches, messy interior, ex-boyfriends
- Ralphie gives extensive coaching and inspiration despite weak set
- Matt reveals he only has 6 stand-up shows and just quit volcano tour guide job
Tam Pham
Set: Tam jokes about Asian comedian stereotypes like doing parent impressions, following Black people in liquor stores, and his abusive father. Closes with joke comparing himself to garbage being burned.
Interview: Tony discusses Tam's life, sexuality, and asks him to channel Jeremiah. Panel notes Tam's signature ability to do silly impressions and channel bandmate Jeremiah Watkins' energy.
- Congress passed Margaret Cho law requiring Asian comics to do parent impressions
- Following Black people around liquor stores because they're rude
- Father is human garbage; would rather cremate himself than pay for his funeral
- Tony asks Tam and Jeremiah to switch seats mid-interview, Tam channels Jeremiah doing impressions
Set: Sean discusses playing rugby and its culture, calling it 'gay karaoke,' mentions getting cauliflower ear and broccoli neck, and makes wordplay about eating vegetables.
Interview: Tony notes this is the third installment of the Mercury triplets performing separately. Discusses Sean being middle child and how the triplets balance individual vs. group performance.
- Rugby is like tackle Glee Club; they pound then sing songs with other team
- Got cauliflower ear which pairs well with broccoli neck as vegetables
- Third Mercury triplets solo set; panel discusses whether they should perform separately
Set: Kayla jokes about assault, Japanese prank shows, cat-calling, and being called 'Raggedy Ann.' Discusses how cat-calling makes you feel unappreciated and riffs on dad jokes.
Interview: Tony notes her pronunciation of 'dead ass' sounds like 'dad ass,' Brian makes crude comments about her appearance, Tony defends her and praises her style.
- Got cat-called 'Raggedy Ann' which is at least creative
- Maybe she should respond to cat-calls positively and leave town for education
- Brian makes aggressive appearance-based jokes, Tony calls him out and defends Kayla